Dice Throne: Translating a Physical Game to Digital Without Losing the Table Feel
Title:
Dice Throne: Translating a Physical Game to Digital Without Losing the Table Feel
Year:
2026
Original Order:
6957
Game:
SEM26ND308630
Group:
Nerd Ninjas
Short Description:
Explore the creative and technical decisions involved in adapting a beloved tabletop game for digital platforms while maintaining its feel and core player experience.
Long Description:
Join Nate Chatellier, cofounder and lead game designer of Dice Throne and CEO of Nerd Ninjas, for a behind-the-scenes look at the process of adapting a tabletop game for digital platforms. This seminar explores the design and development choices behind Dice Throne Digital, the upcoming digital adaptation of the tabletop game Dice Throne, from core systems and rules implementation to interface design and platform-specific considerations. Nate will share challenges encountered, lessons learned, and the team’s approach to building a faithful digital experience across iOS, Android, Steam, and Meta Quest 3/3s (mixed reality). Attendees will learn the practical realities of translating physical games into digital form while preserving the feel and core player experience.
Event Type:
SEM - Seminar
Minimum Players:
10
Maximum Players:
100
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)